Where To Get Lost In HISTORICAL ATHENS

Where To get Lost in HISTORICAL ATHENS

Athens is the capital and largest city of Greece in south-eastern Europe. Famous for 5th century old Greek civilization it is also the historical capital of Europe. Historical Athens is also known as birthplace of DEMOCRACY. Democracy was first introduced to world in 500 B.C. by Greek kings in Athens, which is now the most commonly accepted in many parts of the world and is running successfully all over.

Explore Athens by getting lost into its enchanting history and lovely heritage sites. So get ready to know WHERE TO GET LOST IN HISTORICAL ATHENS –

Get Lost into Acropolis and its surrounded areas. Acropolis is a settlement located on hilltop which is seen from everywhere in Athens. Acropolis is done by walking tours as it takes around 3 to 5 hours in a hurried speed and if properly then 2 days. There are many combination tickets available at the entrance of acropolis which is valid for many days or single day option is also there.

VIEW OF ACROPOLIS FROM DOWNHILL

Get Lost in –

1.) PARTHENON

Constructed in 447 B.C. when Greek power was at its peak, this is a Greek temple dedicated to Goddess Athina on which Athens has been named. In Greek language Athens is known as Athina.

PARTHENON

2.) ERECHTHEION

This is a marble temple situated to the north of Acropolis. It is dedicated to Athina and Poseidon. Built between 421 and 406 B.C.

ERETHEION

3.) ODEON OF HERODES ATTICUS

This is a ancient amphitheater built in 161 A.D. and renovated in 1950. It is a stone structure on the south-west slope of Acropolis. Many open air musical concerts are arranged here with authentic feel of the old Greek era. Book your tickets in advance

ODEON OF HERODES ATTICUS

4.) THEATRE OF DIONYSUS

This Theatre is built in 6th century B.C., on the foot of Acropolis which is a major theatre in Athens. It is the first stone-cult theatre which can occupy 17000 people. Dedicated to Dionysus, goddess of wine and plays.

THEATRE OF DIONYSUS

5.) AGORA OF ATHENS

Located to the northwest of Acropolis.

AGORA OF ATHENS

These all five places are located in Acropolis area. As these places are scared, proper care should be taken while visiting them.

No eatables are allowed inside. Water is allowed inside.

Touching and sitting on them are not allowed.

There is lot of walking involved in open sun, so be prepared for this.

While walking down you will reach to Plaka street.

6.) EXPLORE PLAKA STREET –

It is like a small village or island under the shadow of Acropolis. Famous for shopping Greek things. Antique bars and cafes with authentic food are located here.

Plaka Street Shopping

7.) ACROPOLIS MUSEUM –

This museum is archaeological museum on the findings of the archaeological site of Acropolis of Athens. It was founded in 2003.

8.) TEMPLE OF OLYMPIAN ZEUS-

It is a monument of Greece and a former colossal temple at the center of Greek capital Athens.

TEMPLE OF OLYMPIAN ZEUS

9.) HEPHAESTUS TEMPLE-

It is well preserved modern Greek temple.

HEPHAESTUS TEMPLE

10.) PLATIA SYNTAGMATOS (SYNTAGAMA SQUARE) –

Also known as ‘Constitution square’ because of Parliament located here. it is located in central part of Athens. Famous shopping areas and hotels are located in this area. Well connected by bus, taxis and metro. Prefer to stay here when in Athens. In front of Greek Parliament, there is special Guard of Honor Ceremony takes place at every hour which is worth watching.

GUARD OF HONOR

11.) BEACHES AND HARBOR OF ATHENS-

Piraesus is old port city located within Athens urban area. This is a classical port city of Athens. It conducts all import and transit trade of Athens.

13.) UNIVERSITY OF ARTS & CULTURE, ATHENS –

Located in Syntagama Square this place is very lively and modern.

UNIVERSITY OF ARTS

14. ) EVENINGS OF ATHENS:-

Book your table on a rooftop bar to get a perfect view of Acropolis, under the evening skies with many colorful shadows falling all over Acropolis, with your favorite drink or coffee. Many bars and cafes are located on top of hotel to give this perfect view of ancient historical Athens with authentic Greek food and drinks. Some of them are ‘A’ for Athens, Acropolis View Hotel, 360 Cocktail bar, and many more. This picture I have taken from 360 Cocktail bar.

Vegetarianswill love this place as lots of vegetarian food is available in Greek styled cuisine.

So come with me and GET LOST IN HISTORICAL ATHENS in my way.

Come get lost in Historical Athens – Athens City Tour

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Your photos of the points of interest of Athens are fabulous, very Instagram worthy. I’m visiting this winter and hope the lighting is as good for me. I love your photo of Acropolis from the bottom of the hill with the colorful buildings at the bottom.

As i kept scrolling to read more…the city of Athens was setting its place in my heart. The photos, the description and the city itself is so woven together that anyone would want to visit it. One thing I would want is to be at that open air theater ODEON OF HERODES ATTICUS and end my day with a delightful eve.

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